Rankings
The Onexfly F1 Pro combines a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU, 32 GB RAM and a 7-inch OLED 144 Hz screen to deliver desktop-level gaming in a handheld. Its larger footprint and noticeable fan noise are trade-offs for the premium performance and display. Targeted at gamers seeking high-end performance and visual quality on the go.
The GPD Win Mini combines a 7-inch 120 Hz LTPS touchscreen with a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor and up to 32 GB RAM, providing Windows 11 gaming and full-keyboard functionality in a compact chassis. While its performance is strong, the device is relatively heavy and its battery life is modest. Suited for PC gamers who need a portable Windows machine with dockable GPU support.
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally (2025 RC73YA) offers flagship handheld performance with a Ryzen Z2 A CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a 2 TB SSD, paired with a 120 Hz IPS touchscreen. Its weight and glossy display make it less ideal for all-day handheld comfort. Targeted at power users who need top-tier specs and are willing to trade portability for performance.
The Lanruo GPD Win Mini 2025 is a 7-inch clamshell Windows handheld powered by a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, 32 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD, delivering desktop-class gaming in a pocketable form. Its substantial weight and limited battery endurance offset the powerful specs and versatile connectivity. Perfect for portable AAA gaming and productivity on the go.
The One-Netbook OneXPlayer 8.4" handheld is a Windows-based mini-PC featuring a sharp 2.5K display and extensive connectivity. Its integrated Iris Xe graphics and high heat output limit AAA gaming performance. Best suited for light gamers and users needing a portable Windows workstation.
| Attribute | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 8.4 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 555 g | 670 g | 599 g | 1,110.5 g | 281 gbest |
120 Hz | 120 Hz | 144 Hzbest | 120 Hz | — | |
16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GBbest | 32 GBbest | 16 GB | |
— | — | 12,600 mAhbest | — | — | |
1,000 GB | 2,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | 2,000 GB | 1,024 GB | |
— | 500 nits | 800 nitsbest | 500 nits | — |
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| Attribute | | | | | |
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Software(1) | |||||
Operating System | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | — | Windows 10 |
Performance(3) | |||||
Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Ryzen Z2 A | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core i5/i7 Tiger Lake 12th Gen |
RAM (GB) | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB |
GPU | AMD Radeon 890M | AMD Radeon RDNA 2 | AMD Radeon 890M | AMD Radeon 780M | Intel Iris Xe |
Storage(1) | |||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 1000 GB | 2000 GB | 2048 GB | 2000 GB | 1024 GB |
Display(6) | |||||
Screen Size (inches) | 7 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 8.4 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | — |
Panel Type | LTPS | IPS | OLED | IPS | — |
Brightness (nits) | — | 500 nits | 800 nits | 500 nits | — |
Touchscreen | true | true | false | true | — |
Connectivity(3) | |||||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.2 | — | — |
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 6 | — | — |
USB Port Type | USB4 | USB‑C | USB4 | USB4 | USB-C Thunderbolt |
Build & Design(2) | |||||
Weight (g) | 555 g | 670 g | 599 g | 1110.5 g | 281 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 109×172×26.8-31.7 mm mm | 290.8 x 121.5 x 50.7 mm mm | 263.6x98.2x22.6 mm mm | 68.6×165.1×215.9 mm mm | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Win Mini for delivering a generational performance boost in a truly portable package, highlighting its 120 Hz VRR display, premium build quality, and the versatility of USB4-enabled external GPU docking. While they praise its power and ergonomics, they caution that the added weight and ambiguous battery life may limit its appeal for marathon handheld sessions.
Everyday users are enthusiastic about the pocket-size convenience, smooth gameplay across a wide library, and the generous storage capacity. Recurring themes include praise for the upgraded grip and control layout, but concerns linger around the heavier weight, bulkier thickness, and uncertain battery longevity during intensive gaming.
“fits snugly in your pocket”
“smooth gameplay... entire game library”
Professional reviewers commend the ROG Xbox Ally for its powerhouse hardware, 120 Hz FreeSync display, and innovative Zero Gravity cooling, positioning it as a top-tier portable AAA gaming solution with strong Xbox Game Pass integration. They also acknowledge its heft and glossy screen as trade-offs for the performance gains.
Consumers generally praise the device's strong emulation capabilities, long battery life, and fluid 120 Hz display, while recurring concerns focus on its weight and occasional UI friction from the Windows environment.
Professional reviewers consider the F1 Pro a standout handheld thanks to its premium OLED panel, strong 144 Hz performance, and the ability to run demanding PC titles at 1080p with AMD FSR. They also commend its sizable battery and robust cooling solution, while noting its larger footprint and price as trade-offs against more compact rivals.
Everyday users consistently praise the vivid OLED screen, solid emulation capabilities and long battery life, describing it as a reliable on-the-go gaming machine. Common criticisms focus on its bulkiness, occasional fan noise, and black-bar issues in older games.
Professional reviewers hail the Lanruo GPD Win Mini 2025 as a compact powerhouse that pushes handheld performance to the top of the class, thanks to its 28W Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, 120Hz VRR display, and ergonomic refinements like Hall-effect sticks and a comfortable grip. While they commend its hybrid laptop-handheld versatility and cooling improvements, they also flag the loud fan and limited battery life under high-TDP loads as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users love the device's pocket-sized portability, strong AAA gaming performance, and the added convenience of a built-in keyboard and touchpad for strategy titles. Recurring frustrations center on the noisy fan, short battery life during demanding games, heat buildup near the SSD, and ergonomic annoyances such as palm-digging lid stoppers and a cramped keyboard.
Professional reviewers commend the OneXPlayer's premium build, ergonomic design and extensive connectivity, especially the USB4/Thunderbolt and Oculink ports that enable eGPU upgrades. They also appreciate the Windows environment for productivity and the clear stereo speakers. However, they consistently criticize the limited power of the integrated Iris Xe graphics, the noisy fans, high operating temperatures and the clunky Windows UI on a handheld form factor, concluding that the device is best suited for lighter games and desktop-style use rather than as a primary AAA gaming handheld.
Everyday users love the comfortable grip, high-resolution screen and the ability to treat the device as a portable Windows PC for media, browsing and light gaming. Common praise centers on the large storage, kickstand and eGPU potential. Recurring complaints involve unstable FPS in demanding games, high heat and fan noise, a low-quality microphone and fiddly on-screen controls, leading many to use the device mainly for less demanding titles or as a mini-PC.
